crumble
|crum/ble|
B2
/ˈkrʌm.bəl/
break into pieces
Etymology
Etymology Information
'crumble' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'crumblen,' where 'crum-' meant 'crumb.'
Historical Evolution
'crumblen' transformed into the modern English word 'crumble.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break into crumbs,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to disintegrate or fall apart.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a dessert made with fruit topped with a crumbly mixture of flour, butter, and sugar.
She made a delicious apple crumble for dessert.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to break or fall apart into small fragments or pieces.
The old building began to crumble after years of neglect.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39